We join together to encourage spiritual growth,
build a beloved community, and act for peace and justice.
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Sunday, August 18
10:30 a.m. One Sunday Service for Summer
"
Singing in the Taizé Tradition”
Nichole Hodges-Abbasi, Director of Religious Education
with Sabrina Smith as liturgist and special music by Sophia Morreale.
Spread the word & Invite a Friend!
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This Sunday, resonate with the sounds and spirit of Taizé music, a worship tradition which originated around 1940 among the Taizé Monastic Order in Burgundy, France. The Order strives to bring Catholics and Protestants together. An authentic Taizé worship service involves sung and chanted prayers, meditation, silence, and readings, but not preaching. We will offer Taizé elements within the usual UUCF order of service.
All readings are by that remarkable muse of the poetic gift, Mary Oliver.
Join Nichole Hodges-Abbasi with Sophia Morreale (Nichole's mom) providing special music and Sabrina Smith as liturgist.
UU Buddhist Fellowship Group Meditation & Discussion:
9:00 a.m. (Chapel)
Friendly Forum: 9:30 a.m. (Room 113) August's Split-plate Recipient,
Empowering Community Leaders Network
;
discussion led by Phyllis York and James Kelly.
RE Teacher Training:
11:30 a.m. (Chapel) Light lunch provided for those volunteering for RE this year!
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Sunday School Teachers/Assistants NEEDED for 2019-2020!
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There is NO BETTER WAY to make a lasting impact on our UU future, or learning more deeply about your own UU identity than volunteering in Religious Education! Teachers and assistants needed!! Please fill out the form if you are interested in being a Sunday School teacher or assistant for the 2019-2020 school year. We ask for a commitment 2x per month September-May during the middle hour. All of our teachers and assistants must be background checked and screened. Thank you for considering, Nichole will be in touch with you!
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Joys and Sorrows
Childcare/babysitting needed:
Ed and Dorothea Mordan have need for childcare/babysitting for their 19 month old grandson. Please call Dorothea 443-980-9363 or Ed 301-471-1359 or email Dorothea
dorotheamordan@chandlerdesignslimited.com
for details.
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This Week's Activities at UUCF:
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UUCF Board of Trustees Meeting:
Thursday, August 15, 7:00 p.m. (Room 113)
August Full Moon Labyrinth & Donation Energy Healing,
Thursday, August 15, 8:30 p.m. (Labyrinth/Chapel)
Feldenkrais with Katie:
Fridays, 5:30 p.m. (Chapel)
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Donation Yoga:
Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. (Chapel)
Daytime Meditation Group:
Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m. (Chapel)
Bridge Club:
Thursday, August 22, 12:00 p.m. (Room 124)
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Circle of Life Cooperative Preschool
currently has three openings: one each in the two-, three- and five-day classes for three and four year olds. For more information, please contact Sarah Dimiceli at
sarahdimiceli82@gmail.com
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Womens Circle at UUCF:
Help us create a space in which we can support each other and speak from our own experiences without fear of judgement, unsolicited advice or commentary. This is not a therapy group but a circle of mutual support. Contact Sabrina Smith at
skeisch@msn.com.
Save the Date! The next UUCF 101: Pathways to Membership Class
is Saturday, September 21st, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (Room 113) Are you considering membership at UUCF? Join the Membership Committee for a half-day intensive exploration of Unitarian Universalist history and principles, specific information about our own congregation, and discussion of our individual spiritual journeys. Participants will receive a free copy of the UUA booklet,
Unitarian Universalist Pocket Guide
. Light refreshments will be provided. Sign up sheet is in the atrium.
Summer Pastoral Care Coordinator:
While Rev. Carl is on sabbatical leave this summer, Bob Clegg (
bclegg729@gmail.com
) will again serve as UUCF’s Pastoral Care Coordinator. If a member of the congregation becomes gravely ill or dies, Rev. Carl anticipates being available with the exception of two 10-day periods when he will be out of town. For more details, visit
frederickuu.org/sabbatical
.
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Even with the Summer in full-swing, we've got our regular list of classes and events on-going. Click
here
to see what is happening throughout August!
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This year’s
UUCF Auction
is on November 2nd.
The Theme is
Halloween 2
.
Costumes are encouraged.
Ticket sales and auction donations will open soon.
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Upcoming Community News & Events
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Text "CHECKS" to 644-33 to let your representatives know you're ready for universal background checks.
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Seeking Volunteers for Crisis/Suicide Hotline:
The Mental Health Association Call Center is recruiting volunteer call specialists to assist us in providing a critical, lifesaving service in our region. Volunteers should be: calm in a crisis, have the ability to really listen and understand, can commit to a minimum of 4 hours each week. Selected candidates will participate in our 50 hour training class and a 15 hour apprenticeship to acquire the necessary skills to join the team. Feel free to ask about Diana Sung about her experience! Linda Myers (
lmyers@fcmha.org
)
301-663-0011 or visit:
https://fcmha.org/get-involved/volunteer
.
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“Into the woods I go – to lose my mind and find my soul.”
John Muir
The Multifaith Alliance of Climate Stewards (MACS) of Frederick County joins people of all faiths to raise awareness about the climate crisis and host educational and direct action events. Email
btrader72@gmail.com
to add your name to our contact list to learn more about upcoming events and new ways to act for climate justice.
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